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Become a Powerful Voice for an Abused or Neglected Child in Pueblo
ORGANIZATION: CASA of Pueblo
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7 people are interested
Everyday citizens in our community are making an impact on the lives of abused and neglected children each day here in Pueblo by becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA).
CASA Volunteers are screened, trained and supervised by CASA of Pueblo staff and appointed by a District Court Judge to advocate for the best interests of children during the court process.
Most CASA's work an average of 4 hours per week on their assigned case. CASA's generally only take one case at a time. A CASA's job is to gather as much information and details about a child's life to give to the Judge so informed decisions can be made in hopes of a swift conclusion to each case with the child finding a safe, permanent home as quickly as possible.
CASA Volunteers see their assigned children on their case at least twice per month and meet with the child in family homes, foster homes, schools, during visitation and any where else the child may spend significant amounts of time.
You must be 21 years of age or older, ability to pass a variety of background checks, participate in a screening interview and also attend pre-service training.
Find out more and apply online today by visiting our website at www.CASAofPueblo.org
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About CASA of Pueblo
Location:
130 W. Abriendo Ave., Pueblo, CO 81004, US
Mission Statement
The mission of CASA of Pueblo is to advocate for abused and neglected children by providing a voice in the courts and in the community through trained volunteers.
Description
Every year more than half a million abused and neglected children are in need of safe, permanent, nurturing homes. That's where CASA steps in. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) was created in 1977 to make sure the abuse and neglect these children originally suffered at home doesn't continue as abuse and neglect at the hands of the system. As trained advocates, CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court. The result is that a child is placed into a safe, loving home where he/she can thrive. It is the CASA vision to provide a volunteer for each and every abused and neglected child who needs one.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
130 W Abriendo Ave.Pueblo, CO 81004
DATE POSTED
January 31, 2017
SKILLS
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Average 4 Hours Per Week
- Must have access to email and other electronic forms of communication